Malabo at a glance
- Malabo is one of the three largest cities in Equatorial Guinea, with about 160,000 inhabitants.
- No town in Bioko Norte is bigger.
- It's about 237 km to Bata, the country's largest city.
- Close by: Rebola (7 km) and Luba (42 km).
Dating by city / Equatorial Guinea / Bioko Norte / Malabo
Meet people in Malabo
Looking for a date, something serious or new friends in Malabo? Create a profile and you could be the first local on this page.
A first date in Malabo
Ask the other person to pick their favourite café in Malabo. It tells you something about them, and they will feel at ease on familiar ground.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Malabo: questions and answers
How far around Malabo can I search?
Within 50 km of Malabo there are 3 towns and cities — Luba and Rebola among them — with more than 170,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Malabo free on YADate?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Malabo and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Malabo real?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Malabo?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Equatorial Guinea or abroad.
Nearby towns and cities
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.